Customer: Kihcihkaw Askî – Sacred Land
Location: 14141 A Fox Dr NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 4P3
Suburb: Whitemud Park
Property Type: Cultural Centre Building
Property Description: New cultural buildings with two separate units

 

Purpose:
The kihcihkaw askî – Sacred Land Cultural Centre embraced solar energy to reduce energy costs, achieve energy independence, and uphold its environmental commitment. 

This project reflects their dedication to sustainability and their role in promoting community responsibility toward renewable energy.

 

 

Site Suitability:
The property features large, unobstructed roof spaces with excellent solar exposure. Minimal shading and modern building designs made solar energy a highly efficient solution.

Challenges:
The installation involved interconnecting two distinct buildings, requiring careful planning and coordination for wiring and system integration.

 

 

Average Monthly Energy Cost: The property had significant energy costs to support its cultural and community activities.

Estimated Monthly Savings: The solar system is expected to save $600-$800 monthly, offering substantial annual savings and a shorter payback period.

 

 

Type of Installation: Roof-mounted grid-tied solar system

Equipment:

Pavilion:

• Modules: 36 Longi 455W Panels
• Inverters: 18 APS DS3-L 768W Inverters
• Additional Components: SolaDecks, 60A Disconnect, and 50A Breaker

Storage Building:

• Modules: 12 Longi 455W Panels
• Inverters: 6 APS DS3-S 640W Inverters
• Additional Components: Junction Box, wiring integrated with the Pavilion’s electrical room

System Capacity: 21.8 kW DC

Annual Production Estimate: The system is expected to generate significant energy to meet the property’s needs, reducing reliance on the grid.

 

 

Logistical Challenges: The need to connect systems across two buildings required extra wiring and junction box integration for seamless operation.

Aesthetic and Cultural Sensitivity: The team ensured the system was installed unobtrusively, preserving the cultural site’s integrity.

 

 

Project Duration: Design and installation were completed within four weeks.

 

 

Requests:
The customer requested a design that would complement the site’s aesthetic while maximizing energy output.

Feedback:
The client expressed satisfaction with the project’s outcome, emphasizing the professionalism and cultural sensitivity demonstrated during the installation.

 

 

The Whitemud Park community values sustainability, and this commercial solar installation supports its environmental goals. 

kihcihkaw askî – Sacred Land sets an example for local organizations by demonstrating how cultural heritage and modern renewable energy can coexist.

 

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